Ingredient
Fructan
Fructo-oligosaccharide
Inulin-type fructan
Beta-fructan
What it is
A naturally occurring polysaccharide of fructose units found in many plants, used to hydrate and condition skin.
How it works
Its sugar chains bind water at the skin surface and can form a light film that supports the microbiome and skin comfort.
What it does
Humectant
Skin conditioning
Film forming
Concerns to know
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Barrier & hydration support
A well-studied humectant or emollient that helps hydrate the skin and support its moisture barrier.